2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
